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I cannot get my pc to load up. i keep getting codes pxe-e61 media test failure, check cable. the other code pxe-m0f: exiting intel boot agent operating system not found.

  • isaac72 Jul 12, 2009

    Hello

    This would be for my laptop.

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Hi,
I need a small clarification are you calling for a desktop computer or a laptop.
if its a desktop computer, reseat the video card on the computer and then try restarting the system. The problem can be casued because of loose video card.

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PXE-E61: Media Test Failure

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My computer gets this message when I try to boot it:

PXE-E61: Media test failure, check cable
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That error message usually refers to a hard disk failure. Your hard disk cable could be loose or faulty. Or, your hard drive would need to be replaced.

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